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24th Oct 2010, 9:34 pm | #1 |
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2011 Scottish Meet
I was wondering if anyone had thought about organising next years meet?
I am afraid due to being out of work I will need to bow out, surely someone would accept the challenge.
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24th Oct 2010, 9:42 pm | #2 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Trevor
I have plans to visit David in Aberdeen next year......... Maybe his arm could be twisted? cheers Mark |
25th Oct 2010, 6:00 pm | #3 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Right enough Mark, I do have some space to accomodate a few folk. Certainly, anyone from the vintage fraternity is most welcome,anytime. However, if guys with the same SatNav as Trevor - punch in my postcode - they might baulk at the remoteness of rural north Aberdeenshire.(Just a private joke between me & Trevor).
Probably somewhere in the Stirling, Perth, Dundee is handy for many Forum/BVWS guys. If not Edinburgh or Glasgow cities themselves. The venue and rental/insurance are a problem if a town is chosen. The Ham guys in Aberdeen have a great arrangement for a decent sized Scout Hut. If there was enough interest, I could ask them nicely if they could help out. Dont think my membership has run out yet. But, if fresh air is what is desired, aswell as good home kewkin,(I'll even throw in some gun-dog training), then AB53 it is. Regards, David |
25th Oct 2010, 6:56 pm | #4 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
As intimated to Trevor at the last 'do' Margaret and i would be more than happy to hold an event here (NE23) but may not be far enough North for some of the really northern folks?.
Let me know what you think. I have been collecting/restoring for 50 years so something of interest for everyone, a warm welcome would be extended to any anyone interested if the location is suitable. Mike 10 Miles north of Newcastle 10 mins off the A1. |
25th Oct 2010, 7:54 pm | #5 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Mike give me some dates and count me in!
cheers Mark |
25th Oct 2010, 8:21 pm | #6 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
That's a bit closer to civilisation
I could come up there and see some old muckers at the same time. Alan |
25th Oct 2010, 8:51 pm | #7 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Hi Mike
I'd be well happy with the Newcastle venue. TimR
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25th Oct 2010, 10:32 pm | #8 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Newcastle is fine here, but lets not forget the Aberdonians!
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26th Oct 2010, 7:47 am | #9 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
I might be living in France by then
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26th Oct 2010, 10:49 am | #10 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
If i had a choice so would i!Sorry to be OT.
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26th Oct 2010, 3:23 pm | #11 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
And me as well.
How about organizing a "French Meet"!!
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26th Oct 2010, 4:16 pm | #12 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
If i ever move there i certainly will!
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26th Oct 2010, 5:55 pm | #13 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Alan, Dont think folk in the rich Oil capitol of Europe - Aberdeen - would class themselves as uncivilised. However, I do appreciate that we're just that bit too far north for most Forum Guys.
A question - How many folk up near Aberdeen are interested in a mini-Swap Meet? Hopefully we could get-together before Fidobsa leaves us teuchters & bogs off to France. Regards, David |
26th Oct 2010, 6:42 pm | #14 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
David,
I'm sure you know that I was pulling your leg Aberdeen really is a long way for most of us unless it can be combined with some other activity. Newcastle just happens to fit in with me 'cause I know people there, so I can combine visiting them and sampling the beer with a 'meet'. Alan |
27th Oct 2010, 8:05 pm | #15 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Alan.
You could meet some new "muckers" up in Aberdeen. Anne's cooking is great too (nearly as good as my Anne's ) David's place is cracking and he will make you most welcome. It is also a great drive to Aberdeen, then its interesting to David's place, go on Alan go for it!
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27th Oct 2010, 8:16 pm | #16 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
I'm weakening
Let's see how it goes as far as dates are concerned. Alan |
27th Oct 2010, 8:46 pm | #17 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Hi All
Depending on dates etc I can probably make it to either location. I guess they are about the same distance from here. Does seem a bit odd to have a "Scottish Meet" in Newcastle but I suppose we are all a bit odd here. Regards, Ken. |
30th Oct 2010, 12:26 am | #18 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Hi to all, I don't wish to step on anyones toes,but I could do this next year. I am in Fife which is about 90 miles from Aberdeen, about 90 miles from Kilmarnock and about 130 Miles from Newcastle. My workshop is a little bigger than Trevors and I could accomodate a similar number of people. Please let me know what you think and please bear in mind no passports required. This venue may be a bit more central and I look forward to hearing your comments. Best regards, Norman
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30th Oct 2010, 9:44 am | #19 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
Great idea Norman, No more than a couple of hour's drive or so for most Geordies & Jocks, not to mention an exiled Scouser in northern Aberdeenshire.
Prahaps in the springtime, before the roads get too busy with tourists. Go for it,Guys, David |
30th Oct 2010, 9:46 am | #20 |
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Re: 2011 Scottish Meet
This is excellent news! at least a couple of ideas have come up for the 2011 Scottish meet which on the whole makes more sense than a Newcastle venue,my original suggestion of holding it here (Newcastle) was to try and ensure that all the good work done by Trevor did not go to waste as organising any new events of this type take a huge commitment.
Mike |